Supreme Court on same-sex marriage

Supreme Court on same-sex marriage

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By the end of June, the Supreme Court is expected to rule on two same-sex marriage cases that could have historic consequences. One case questions the constitutionality of a federal law barring federal benefits for same-sex couples. The second deals with a California ballot initiative that outlawed same-sex marriage in that state. Together, the cases ask the court whether to uphold state and federal laws defining marriage. A sweeping decision by the nation's highest court could have permanent implications for same-sex couples.

By the end of June, the Supreme Court is expected to rule on two same-sex marriage cases that could have historic consequences. One case questions the constitutionality of a federal law barring federal benefits for same-sex couples. The second deals with a California ballot initiative that outlawed same-sex marriage in that state. Together, the cases ask the court whether to uphold state and federal laws defining marriage. A sweeping decision by the nation's highest court could have permanent implications for same-sex couples. (Getty Images)

By the end of June, the Supreme Court is expected to rule on two same-sex marriage cases that could have historic consequences. One case questions the constitutionality of a federal law barring federal benefits for same-sex couples. The second deals with a California ballot initiative that outlawed same-sex marriage in that state. Together, the cases ask the court whether to uphold state and federal laws defining marriage. A sweeping decision by the nation's highest court could have permanent implications for same-sex couples.